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Download Dipa Ma: the Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master Free DIPA MA: THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF A BUDDHIST MASTER DOWNLOAD FREE BOOK Amy Schmidt | 176 pages | 01 May 2005 | BLUEBRIDGE | 9780974240558 | English | New York, United States Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master (Paperback) The Five Wisdoms. Finding something of true value that evokes our faith and commitment is rare indeed, especially in a time when positive myths are in danger of disappearing. This book is written with incredible warmth and candor. I hope things have or will change in India to prevent something like this from happening again. She could have changed so many more lives if only the time was available. She continued through cultural and institutionalized obstacles along her path as a female meditator, housewife, mother, eventual meditation master and fully engaged teacher within her community. She is remembered for her simplicity, powerful teachings, loving compassion, iron will, grace, and presence, full of light. Her meditation continued in earnest, and she attained enlightenment in an astonishingly short time, becoming the teacher of three American Buddhists who brought Buddhism to the West--Joseph Goldstein, Sharon Salzberg, and Jack Kornfield. Would you describe her as a feminist? The fact that Dipa Ma was able to bring mindfulness to everyday mundane activities from cooking, looking after her grandson to doing the laundry, truly inspires me. Women in Buddhism. Books by Amy Schmidt. South Asia. Buddhist Meditation: Tranquillity, Imagination and Insight. She was a meditation master with profound Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master and compassion. This was followed by yet another loss of a child her first son at birth, the sudden death of her husband inand subsequent extreme grief and physical pains. Why can't you as well? Four years later, inNani gave Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master to a daughter, Dipa, whereupon Nani began to be called Dipa Ma "Mother of Dipa" [1] as her daughter's survival was a momentous event. Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master to Read saving…. She died at the age of 78, in in India, [1] while bowing before a statue of the Buddha. A highly recommended pleasant read about an amazing being. We need to recognize when effort has become an obstruction. Dipa Ma had an amazing sense of humour, and I think that the way she used her supernatural powers reflects this incredibly playful and lighthearted aspect of her nature. Art of Living. Members save with free shipping everyday! Enabling JavaScript in your browser will allow you to experience all the features of our site. Social Engagement. Dipa Ma was taught by Munindra, and many well known meditation instructors in the US, including Sharon Salzberg, Jack Kornfield, and Joseph Goldstein all give Dipa Ma credit for her influence of expansive loving kindness metta on them. Long Reads. Sign in to Purchase Instantly. Other editions. Why can't I accomplish this, too? May 06, Juergen rated it it was amazing. Add a review Cancel reply You must be logged in to post a review. Environment and Wildlife. Overview 'An inspiring and beautiful book about one of our most beloved elders, a modern Buddhist saint' - Jack Kornfield Read the life story and spiritual teachings of Dipa Ma, a major figure in contemporary Buddhism. An interview with Amy Schmidt, author of ‘Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master’ Dipa Ma was Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master by Munindra, and many well known meditation instructors in the US, including Sharon Salzberg, Jack Kornfield, and Joseph Goldstein all give Dipa Ma credit for her influence of expansive loving kindness metta on them. She became teacher to many well known western meditation teachers. This is an inspiring picture of a deeply spiritual Buddhist practitioner. Dipa Ma meaning mother of Dipa was born ina descendant of the original Buddhists of India. Aware that whatever our age, we never lose No longer did she feel the sorrow that had constricted her heart for so long. Ancient Dances. Female deities in Buddhism She Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master a layperson, a widow and a mother living in a very poor neighborhood in Kolkata, India. This was the beginning of Dipa Ma's long career of teaching householders, especially women. Would you describe her as a feminist? Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. May 07, james rated it it was amazing. Dipa Ma "mother of Dipa," her daughter's name was prevented from learning and practicing Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master until she was in her forties. She was a meditation master with profound wisdom and compassion. Only her daughter, Dipa survived. Science and Technology. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Inher teacher Munandraji left for India while she became an instructor in meditation. In this I feel that being in the presence of what she represents — her wisdom, her love and her willingness to be free — is really helpful to me. A woman who found great freedom through profound levels of insight and one who exemplified in her every action immense kindness, generosity, and mindfulness. Feb 04, Jennifer rated it really liked it Shelves: buddhism. Without exception, each speaker describes her as remarkable: in her commitment to practice, in her generosity, and in her loving attitude toward everyone she met. The greatest lesson Dipa Ma has taught me is not to make any divisions; whether that means understanding that love and mindfulness are the same, or whether it means understanding that there are no ultimate distinctions between male and female, monk and layperson. Having been exposed to some stories about Dipa Ma prior to reading this book, Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master thought there were some holes in the narrative - but it still makes a nice introduction to her life and teaching. Enlarge cover. Windhorse Publications. Her meditation retreats were immersion courses in which people developed their capacity to find stillness of mind and greater awareness. This is an incredible and inspiring book that radiates with the beauty of meditation, Buddhist practice, and the possibility of enlightenment. She could have changed so many more lives if only the time was available. But after the Pala Dynasty, Buddhism in Bengal experienced an enormous decline throughout Islamic times. Creativity and Contemplation. Readers also enjoyed. She died at the age of 78, in in India, [1] while bowing before a statue of the Buddha. As for any great spiritual person, you will come across some stories about the special powers Dipa Ma used to have. Ordination: a spiritual journey, a noble quest, a lived myth, a rite of passage. Through the classical phases of insight meditation, she experienced a brilliant light. Dipa Ma (Intl): The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master Her meditation retreats were immersion courses in which people developed their capacity to find stillness of mind and greater awareness. This book's short stories can be easily read along commutes, and is recommended for anyone seeking inspiration to deepen their practice or to reflect the life of someone who Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master embraced metta and a meditative path. Living Metta. Nov 21, Cami added it. Otherwise it would just be an account of an ignorant Indian woman amazed by modern technology. Feb 04, Jennifer rated it really liked it Shelves: buddhism. Feb 17, Laura rated it really liked it. She managed to juggle these different aspects of her life with a deep stillness and confidence that came from really knowing who she was, beyond all the labels that other people attached to her. Dipa Ma. I feel that being in the presence of what she represents — her wisdom, her love and her willingness to be free — is really helpful to me. The hope and optimism of the life of Dipa Ma is wonderfully captured in this short and inspirational biography. Wikimedia Commons. Chan in Everyday Practice inactive. And to what extent was it revolutionary in a Buddhist context? One of the most far-reaching of Sangharakshita's contributions to modern Buddhism was giving shape to the Buddhist conversion movement begun by the great Indian statesman and reformer, Dr. Lists with This Book. Would you describe her as a feminist? Largely a collection of reminiscences from her students. A simple and straightforward read, consisting mostly of quotes and stories from a variety of people about Dipa Ma. Sangharakshita outlines how in this companion volume of commentary on She continued through cultural and institutionalized obstacles along her path as a female meditator, housewife, mother, eventual meditation master and fully engaged teacher within her community. She learnt basic instructions on mindfulness and realized the Buddha's teaching of impermanence. Wish she would have started meditation earlier than 45 even if in secret. You know the saying: There's no time like the present Mar 08, Sarah rated it really liked it. The short chapter on attainments along the path of insight is golden. Joseph Goldstein Introduction. Buddhistdoor Global Ordination: Living a Buddhist life series. Read the life story and spiritual teachings of Dipa Ma, a major figure in contemporary Buddhism. Travel and Pilgrimage. Simple awareness, the core of what the Buddha himself cultivated in his own struggle to gain inner freedom from the cycles of suffering caused by emotional reactivity. First published inthis book has become established as a comprehensive guide to the Retrieved March 5, Feb 09, Roberta rated it really liked it.
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